Audio Walks

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We’re delighted to introduce our series of audio walks for anyone who wants to enjoy a stroll from the comfort of their sofa! Why not take a windy walk across Ikley Moor, explore the reservoirs of the Washburn Valley or go in search of rutting deer at Studley Royal. Whichever walk you choose, let us bring the wonders of the Yorkshire countryside to your door…

I enjoyed the audio walk, especially the history about the area and I liked the description of how a foxglove looks and pointing out bird sounds. I do like being reminded of how plants, animals, trees etc generally look, so visual descriptions are good. It was very clear and entertaining.

Adeel

Open Country Member

How Stean Gorge

Join Tom as he encounters the drama and beauty of this hidden corner of Nidderdale.

Toft Gate & The Cold Stones Cut

On a blustery day Tom goes in search of industry old and new in Nidderdale, encountering some stunning views along the way.

The Valley of Desolation

Join Tom on a beautiful, bleak day as he heads up The Valley of Desolation on the Bolton Abbey Estate.

Simon's Seat

Tom ventures out on an 8 mile adventure up Simon's Seat on the Bolton Abbey Estate.

The Railway Children Walk

Tom meanders his way along the Worth Valley in West Yorkshire.

Iceland

Tom and Sally take us on a tour of the dramatic landscapes of Iceland.

Oakwell Hall Country Park

Tom celebrates the launch of our Leeds Breakfree packs with a wander around Oakwell Hall Country Park

Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve

A walk of contrast between nature and industry in this green oasis just a stone's throw away from Leeds city centre

Bolton Abbey

Tom enjoys a wander along the River Wharfe describing the wildlife and history of this special place in the Yorkshire Dales

A misty walk around Burley Moorside

Tom explores a diverse landscape of moorland, farmland and woodland near Ilkley with hazy views of the Wharfe Valley

Beaver Dyke Reservoir

An atmospheric walk exploring one of the lesser visited reservoirs of the Washburn Valley

A summer walk in Burley in Wharfedale

Tom enjoys a ramble up hill and down dale in the Wharfedale valley

Newmillerdam

A walk featuring snow and sunshine around the woodland paths and lake at this popular Wakefield country park

Exploring an old water treatment works

Tom explores a natural world sculpted by human hand where wildlife has reclaimed an industrial landscape

Winter Wonderland Walk

Join Tom as he braves the snow on a local walk near Leeds Bradford Airport

A Heritage & Wildlife Walk Around Middleton Park

Ella’s walk criss crosses the 450 acres of Middleton Park in Leeds, exploring the grassland and ancient woodland.

Rawdon Autumn Walk

Enjoy a walk through an autumnal wonderland as Tom takes a trip down memory lane around Rawdon.

Thackley Bottom

A winter woodland walk taking in the wonderfully named Thackley Bottom where Tom spots some first signs of spring

Timble Ings Wood & Lippersley Pike

On his way through the woods to the bleakness of the moors Tom has some amazing wildlife encounters.

Farndale Daffodil Trail

Follow Tom's meandering route along the River Dove in the North York Moors as he goes in search of daffodils.

The Harewood Estate

Listen to the sounds of spring as Tom takes us on a circuit of the grand Harewood Estate in West Yorkshire.

The Strid & Strid Wood

Tom continues to explore the Bolton Abbey Estate and takes us to one of the most dangerous stretches of water in the UK!

Bolton Abbey Priory Trail

From the Cavendish Pavilion to the Priory Ruins, join Tom as he explores this dramatic area of Wharfedale.

Exploring High Royds

Delve into the history of this former psychiatric hospital in Menston.

The Ghosts of Shipley Glen

Prepared to be spooked as Tom leads us on a spine-chilling Hallowe'en walk above Airedale.

Spofforth Spires

A crisp autumnal walk exploring some unusual gritstone rock formations near Harrogate

Brimham Rocks

Tom enjoys a winter walk around the spectacular gritstone formations of NT Brimham Rocks

Enjoying the Aire Valley

A wonderful wander around the Aire Valley. Tom walks through woodland, farmland and by the River Aire and has some magical close encounters with wildlife.

Walking into Autumn around York

Tom joins York Bike Belles and MySight for a sensory walk enjoying some of York's urban green spaces

Leeds-Liverpool Canal

A blustery walk along a stretch of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal between Apperley Bridge and Calverley.

Low Wood Nature Reserve

Tom braves the rain on a walk of discoveries at this Yorkshire Wildlife Trust reserve

Aireborough Greenway

A chilly new year walk on the Aireborough Greenway, linking Yeadon and Guiseley along the old railway line.

Rodley Nature Reserve

Tom enjoys an abundance of spring wildlife at this popular Leeds nature reserve

First Anniversary Audio Walk

Tom celebrates one year since the launch of our Audio Walks with his favourite route up Rawdon Billing and shares some of the highlights of the last 12 months

Ox Close Wood

Spring showers create an assualt on the senses as Tom explore woodland near the Harewood estate

The Billing After Dark

Tom leads us on an atmospheric evening walk through woodland and up Rawdon Billing.

Saltaire Stroll

Leave the hustle and bustle of Saltaire village behind and join Tom for a walk along the River Aire and the Leeds Liverpool Canal, stopping off at the beautiful Hirst Wood.

A seaside stroll around NT Formby

*Guest Audio Walk* Head to the seaside with NT Ranger Chris on this walk around the dunes, beaches and grasslands of the Formby coastline

Guisecliff Wood & Nought Moor

Join Tom as he wanders through a peaceful wooded paradise before crossing the moor towards an interesting folly.

Hare Head

It's spring and Tom is taking us up Hare Head, a hill above the Bolton Abbey estate to see bluebells and spectacular views!

Barden Bridge

On a beautiful crisp winter day, Tom takes us along the River Wharfe to Barden Bridge on the Bolton Abbey Estate.

Goit Stock Falls & Hewenden Viaduct

Tom explores a wooded valley, a waterfall and spectacular views from a dis-used viaduct on a wet day in West Yorkshire.

Pudsey Beck & Fulneck

On this Audio Walk Tom follows Pudsey Beck in West Yorkshire to the historic Moravian settlement of Fulneck.

Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal

Tom goes in search of autumn colour and rutting deer at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal.

Ilkley Moor

Tom leads us on a windy walk across Ilkley Moor exploring the famous Cow & Calf Rocks

Almscliffe Crag

An autumnal wander up the Lower Wharfe Valley landmark Almscliffe Crag

Norwood Edge Photo Walk

Tom shares some of his photography tips on a stroll through coniferous woodland.

Gallows Hill & Wharfemeadows Park

Listen to the abundant bird life at Gallows Hill Nature Reserve and the powerful weir at Wharfemeadows Park.

Hawksworth Moor

Back by popular demand! This time Tom takes us on a walk through lovely woodland, rugged moorland and by a calming stream.

Lindley Wood Reservoir

Join Tom on a circular walk in this quiet corner of the Washburn Valley

Autumn on The Chevin

Tom heads for cover in the lovely woodland of Otley Chevin, encountering squirrels, dry stone walls and breath-taking vistas.

A Woodland Walk at Hunger Hills

Tom takes us on a 5 mile walk down memory lane around Hunger Hills near Horsforth. You can hear the joy in his voice when he spots a Massey Ferguson tractor!

A Family Walk Around St Ives Estate

Join Ella, her Mum and dog Rosie on an evening stroll around the Country Park on the outskirts of Bingley.

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Join Tom and friends as they audit a trail. Lakes, woodland and interesting sculptures await them!

Climbing up Rawdon Billing

Join Tom on his all time favourite walk up Rawdon Billing, a tree-topped hill just five minutes from his home.

A Stroll Around Eavestone Lake

Tom takes us on a 5 mile walk featuring farmland, woodland and moorland in a secret spot on the fringes of the Nidderdale AONB.

Thornes Common

Volunteers Christine, Roger and their dog Benjy take you on a tree themed walk on their local patch in Wakefield.

Isle of Tiree Beach Walk

Meet up with Ella on holiday in Scotland, as she walks along a beautiful shoreline, spotting sea birds and seals.

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